REISSUE IFB NO. SU-2701-SS / SC-16-FY-27 TREE MAINTENANCE, REMOVAL AND PLANT SPRAYING

Salisbury University is soliciting competitive sealed bids for comprehensive tree maintenance services including pruning, removal, stump grinding, and plant spraying across its campus and related properties. The contract, issued as a reissued Invitation for Bid (IFB SU-2701-SS), has a solicitation number of 6111 and is open for submissions through the Bid Locker platform with a deadline of June 11, 2026. The awarded contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, and incidentals required to perform services on an as-needed basis, adhering to strict specifications outlined in the contract documents. Required qualifications include valid Maryland Tree Expert and Pesticide Licenses, ISA Arborist certifications, and membership in the International Society of Arboriculture. The contractor must also submit supporting documentation including an IRS W-9, company profile, firm experience with similar projects, key personnel forms, and various affidavits such as bid, contract, non-collusion, financial disclosure, political contribution, and drug-free workplace certifications. Compliance with federal and state regulations related to equal employment opportunity, civil rights, IT accessibility, OSHA safety standards, ADA, EPA noise control, and Buy American requirements for steel is mandatory. Insurance requirements include a $2 million commercial general liability policy, workers' compensation as mandated by Maryland law, and bodily injury liability coverage of at least $500,000 per person and $2 million per accident. The initial contract term runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031, with two optional one-year renewal periods at the University’s discretion, during which the contractor may request price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. Work must be coordinated with the university project manager at least 24 hours in advance, and all invoices must be itemized by date, service type, hours, and crew size, include the ICA contract number and taxpayer identification number, and be submitted monthly via email to Accounts Payable or by mail. Payment terms are net 30 days following receipt of a compliant invoice. The award will be made to the most favorable responsive bidder based on price, and failure to meet obligations may lead to termination for default or convenience as outlined in applicable procurement policies. All work must conform to University-approved drawings and specifications, and any defective or non-conforming work must be remedied at the contractor’s expense.